Articles Tagged With: attorneys
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Not a Simple Conversation: Understand Depositions and How to Prepare
It is likely any healthcare litigation will include depositions in which clinicians and administrators are asked questions under oath. The information provided can be critical to the outcome of the case. Depositions can be stressful and difficult for people not accustomed to them. Risk managers can help by preparing participants for this experience.
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Develop Good Working Relationship with Counsel for Best Results
Risk managers often work closely with either in-house counsel or outside attorneys representing the hospital or health system in a range of legal matters, but those interactions can go awry without a good working relationship. Establishing boundaries and proper expectations can go a long way toward achieving the best results. -
Do Not Promise Success, and Document Well
There are two things healthcare professionals can do to position themselves for a good defense in case of a malpractice lawsuit. First, do not promise patients success or even imply it. Also, be careful when creating policies and procedures.
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Nurse’s Actions Called ‘Obstetrical Violence’
In addition to the advertising fraud that led to a $16 million verdict against Brookwood Medical Center in Birmingham, AL, the physical interaction by the nurse is troubling, says Kathleen Juniper, JD, an attorney with the law firm of Buchalter Nemer in Los Angeles.
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Hospitals sued — claims of sexual abuse, harassment
Two hospitals are facing lawsuits, as are several physicians and staff, in two cases in which healthcare professionals are accused of sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
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Hospital to Pay $72.4 Million over 'Secret Sweetheart Deals'
Secret sweetheart deals between hospitals and physicians? That’s how the Justice Department is describing a case settled with one healthcare system. -
Study up on conditions of participation, public data
The increasing amount of public data on healthcare organizations might bring lawsuits using that information against you, so it would be wise to prepare yourself for how those claims might take shape.